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Chapter 14
Lin Yi had been watching two elderly men play chess.
Throughout the process, he remained silent but had a clear understanding of the game, wearing a smile that suggested he saw everything without needing to say it.
From their conversation, he learned that one was called Old Zhang and the other was Old Li.
At this moment, Uncle Li addressed Lin Yi, "Young man, you've been watching for a while. Would you like to play a game?"
Lin Yi smiled, "No need, I'm fine just watching."
Uncle Li continued, "Come on, play with us. I'll go get some water from the convenience store to make tea."
With that, he stood up holding his teacup.
Seeing this, Lin Yi did not refuse further and took a seat at the chess table.
At this point, Uncle Zhang, who was about to play against Lin Yi, asked, "Young man, how is your chess skill?"
Lin Yi thought for a moment and replied, "It's okay; I've played a few times before."
In his previous life, his grandfather loved playing chess and often invited him for a game.
His grandfather was a wise and kind old man, always carrying a fan and gently fanning himself, speaking kindly to the younger generation, his face full of warmth.
He would spend his days drinking tea and strolling through the park.
Growing up, Lin Yi was influenced by his grandfather, inheriting a calm demeanor and a nonchalant attitude towards life's challenges.
However, there was a period when Lin Yi went astray.
During that time, he was very ambitious, relying on his talent to dive headfirst into the cutthroat world of investment banking, working day and night to achieve success.
In the end, he achieved his goals, but at the cost of his life.
Life is truly unpredictable.
Now, Lin Yi began playing chess with Uncle Zhang.
Chinese chess reflects one's ability to control the entire board, where one wrong move can lead to a complete loss.
Thus, players often furrow their brows in deep thought, taking a long time to move each piece.
Lin Yi, however, was different from most players.
He sat casually, his expression relaxed, moving pieces swiftly after each opponent's turn, then calmly waiting for their next move.
This demonstrated both his composure and quick thinking.
"Wow, is Lin Yi so skilled at chess?"
"Is there anyone who understands Chinese chess well enough to comment on Lin Yi's performance?"
"I can only say that based on what we see now, Lin Yi is definitely going to win!"
"Lin Yi is amazing!"
Indeed, as the netizens predicted, Lin Yi won the game.
Uncle Zhang was clearly shocked, still staring at the board in disbelief.
He was a seasoned player, rarely finding an equal opponent, yet today he lost to a young man.
Uncle Li had already returned with the tea and chuckled, "Old Zhang, you lost this round."
Uncle Zhang, being stubborn and prideful, could not accept losing to a man in his twenties. He immediately challenged Lin Yi, "Young man, dare you play another round?"